Project Engineer

Universal (Far East) Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal (Far East) Pte Ltd is seeking a skilled Project Engineer to support planning, coordination and technical reviews for engineering projects in Singapore. You will liaise with clients, contractors and suppliers to ensure timelines, budgets and quality meet requirements.

You will review drawings and specifications, monitor progress, report risks, and assist in procurement activities. The role may require working outside normal hours to meet project needs.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical/Mechatronic/Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering with relevant experience.
• Strong project management, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, priorities, and project risks.
• Experience in managing engineering projects, contractors, suppliers, or cross-functional teams advantageous.
• Willing to work outside normal office hours, weekends, or public holidays when required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables; align with client requirements and business goals.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, budgets, and work plans using project management tools to track progress and timely completion.
• Review and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and documentation for engineering quality and compliance.
• Provide technical input to the design process and address engineering challenges with design teams.
• Monitor site progress with contractors and suppliers to ensure quality and safety standards.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including status reports and meeting minutes.
• Support procurement by reviewing material specifications and participating in vendor evaluations.
• Support project managers by evaluating design changes and their impacts on schedules and budgets.

Skills

Project management

Coordination

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Deadline management

Cross-functional teams

Education

Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical/Mechatronic/Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering degree

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Coordination:

• Assist in defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Ensure alignment with client requirements and business goals.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, budgets, and work plans, using project management tools to track progress and ensure timely completion.

Technical Support and Design Review:

• Review and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and documentation to ensure engineering quality and compliance.
• Provide technical input to the design process, working closely with design teams to address any engineering challenges.
• Support project manager in evaluating design changes, assessing their impact on project schedules and budgets.

Site Coordination and Quality Control:

• Conduct site visits as needed to monitor project progress, identify issues, and ensure compliance with design specifications and safety standards.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure materials and equipment meet quality requirements and project specifications.
• Assist in conducting quality control inspections, ensuring that installations align with engineering and regulatory standards.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including status reports, meeting minutes, and technical documents.
• Provide regular updates to project managers on project progress, potential risks, and any adjustments needed to stay in track.
• Support procurement activities by reviewing material specifications and participating in vendor evaluations as necessary.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree or equivalent in Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical/Mechatronic/Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering with relevant experience.
• Strong project management, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, priorities, and project risks.
• Have experience in managing engineering projects, contractors, suppliers, or cross-functional teams will be an added advantage.
• Willing to work outside normal office hours, weekends, or public holidays when the project/operational requirements require it.